IC BUS — recall

Automotive · United States · 2026-02-26

International Motors IC Bus CESB school buses: brake lines may be incorrectly installed

Country	United States
Category	Automotive
Published	2026-02-26
Manufacturer	International Motors, LLC
Models affected	CESB
Model year	2023-2027
Units affected	4393
Defect	International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2023-2027 IC Bus CESB school buses. The brake lines may have been installed with incorrect hardware, which can result in brake line damage and cause a leak._x000D_ A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Component	SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Remedy	Dealers will inspect and replace the brake lines and brake line retainers as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 27, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26502. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 20, 2026.
Recall number	26V111000
Official notice	View source ↗

What this means for sellers

Likely platform / channel actions	OEMs/dealers will run the remedy (repair, replace or refund); component suppliers in the chain may face traceback.
Self-check for comparable products	Check your comparable products' design, materials and QC records against the defect described here.
Rules & standards likely involved	FMVSS (NHTSA) · Full guide →

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